Driving in my car, I'll sometimes switch to a classical radio station when I get tired of the pop music channels. This week, I heard this hauntingly beautiful piece that spoke to me, and decided to look it up. What do you think, is it just me?
Toselli's Serenade - André Rieu - Japanese Water Garden
Wouldn't you know, there is a bit of scandal attached to this talented composer's life according to Wikipedia:
'Although a successful performer and composer, Toselli's prodigious fame was largely due to the international scandal occasioned by his marriage to the former Crown Princess, the Archduchess Luise, Princess of Tuscany in 1907. She had previously deserted her husband, Frederick Augustus III of Saxony, years earlier.'
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2 comments:
How very interesting! I did not know that but do know the music. gorgeous.
I like to listen to classicalin the morning when having a leisurely breakfast, btw.
I'm glad to know that you like that piece too, Jammmie. I think it's the violin that makes the difference.
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